My speaker quest

Last time I posted I was considering used Wilson Sasha 2 speakers.  I decided to pass on them and am still looking to replace my 25 year old Proac Response 3.5s with floor standing  speakers in the 10-15000 range My electronics are all Audio Research (older models--VT130 amp, LS22 preamp, PH3 phono stage-- but I just replaced all the tubes).  My short list so far: KEF Reference 3 and Monitor Audio PL300ii. The Proac D48R is on my list too and I'm planning to hear it around Thanksgiving. Also planning to hear Vanderstein and Revel speakers although the only local dealer for these doesn't carry anything over $10,000 so I won't be able to hear more expensive models.  I've also heard Audio Physics Codex, Dynaudio C60, B and W, and Triangle Cello and ruled them out.  Wanted to hear Paradaigm and Magico but they aren't available locally for listening.  Salesman said I probably wouldn't like Dali speakers based on my personal taste.  Not sure about Wilson Sabrina's but probably not.  Since I like my current Proacs, I'm hoping to be blown away by the newer model. I thought the KEFs were very musical with a great soundstage.  I only listened briefly to the Monitor Audios but was pleasantly surprised and plan to spend more time with them.  Perhaps it's no coincidence that my short list is all British.  I'm not expecting anyone to make the decision for me but would appreciate any thoughts/advice from people who have experience with these speakers. Thanks in advance!